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Jake Paul to Fight Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. on June 28 in Anaheim

The 10-round bout, set at a 200-pound catchweight, will mark Paul's return to the ring after his win over Mike Tyson, airing live on DAZN pay-per-view.

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Boxer Jake Paul attends a news conference, ahead of a sanctioned professional fight versus Mike Tyson which is set to take place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas on July 20, in New York City, U.S., May 13, 2024. REUTERS/David 'Dee' Delgado/File Photo
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Overview

  • Jake Paul (11-1, 7 KOs) will face former WBC middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. (54-6-1, 34 KOs) in a 10-round fight at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California.
  • The fight is scheduled for June 28, 2025, with a 200-pound catchweight and will be co-promoted by Most Valuable Promotions and Golden Boy Promotions.
  • Chavez Jr., 39, last fought in July 2024, defeating former UFC fighter Uriah Hall by unanimous decision, and aims to reestablish his boxing credentials.
  • Paul's career trajectory has shifted to professional opponents, and this matchup follows failed negotiations with Canelo Alvarez and Gervonta Davis earlier this year.
  • The fight will be part of a DAZN pay-per-view event, with a co-main event featuring cruiserweight champion Gilberto Ramirez defending his titles against Yuniel Dorticos.